Freestyle Explosion Tampa Tickets - Yuengling Center

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Stevie B

2 concerts

South Florida-born freestyle/dance-pop trailblazer blending pop, R&B & dance; hits “Because I Love You (The Postman Song),” “Spring Love”; Grammy-nominated.

TKA

4 concerts

NYC Latin club-bred freestyle trio TKA broke out at a sweet 16, signed to Tommy Boy in 1987; known for love-ballad harmonies over hip-hop beats (“Scars of Love”).

George Lamond

4 concerts

Washington, D.C.-born dance-pop/freestyle singer George Lamond (George Garcia), known for “Bad of the Heart,” “Without You,” “Look Into My Eyes”; worked with Chris Barbosa/Mark Ligget; signed to Columbia.

Lisette Melendez

1 concert

East Harlem–born Puerto Rican-American dance-pop/Latin freestyle singer; early ’90s hits “Together Forever”; Fever Records; worked with Carlos Berrios, Cynthia.

Lisa Lisa

4 concerts

Born in NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen, Puerto Rican pioneer Lisa Lisa (Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam) took freestyle to pop/R&B with Full Force hits “I Wonder…,” “All Cried Out,” “Head to Toe”; platinum/gold.

Judy Torres

3 concerts

NYC-born dance-pop/freestyle singer Judy Torres, known for “No Reason to Cry” and albums *Love Story*/*My Soul*; club fave, musical theatre, and WKTU radio host.

69 Boyz

2 concerts

Florida bass/hip-hop duo The 69 Boyz (Jacksonville’s Thrill Da Playa, Orlando’s Fast) scored double‑platinum 199Quad; “Tootsee Roll” #1 rap, #8 Hot 100.

Freestyle Explosion

3 concerts

Freestyle Explosion is a celebrated concert series known for its high-energy showcases of iconic 80s and 90s freestyle and old-school music. It brings together legendary artists like Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, and Exposé, who defined the Latin freestyle and rhythmic dance genres. The event offers a nostalgic journey, celebrating influential acts and their enduring hits.